Indiana Pacers vs. New Jersey Nets (Game #2)

[njvc15]

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8:00 pm EDT
TV: NBATV, UPN

Key Matchup: Richard Jefferson vs. Peja Stojakovic</div>
The Nets made the mistake of not going to RJ a lot earlier in Game 1 and I doubt they'll make the same mistake again here in Game 2. Peja struggled on both the offensive and defensive end. He even sat out the 4th quarter and was replaced by Fred Jones. He has to step up after only scoring 12 points in the 1st game.

<div align="center">Nets Keys to Winning</div>
1. Vince Carter has to shoot better than 12-33 from the field. He has to drive the ball into the hole and make the Pacer's defense work.

2. The Nets have to let Jason Collins guard Jermaine O'Neal. It'll give Krstic the ability to focus on offense and its not like he cant guard Foster. (I mean c'mon! Foster?!)

<div align="center">Prediction: Nets win by 4+</div>

Regular Season Series: Pacers up 2-1

INJURIES
Pacers - G Jamaal Tinsley: Doubtful (foot) Nets - Vince Carter: Probable (lower back)

 

[Next Level Game]

It seems the Nets took an advantage of the Pacers' transition defense...And JO continues to be straddle with foul trouble. RJ and Carter really wreak havoc on him when they drive.

Nenad continuing to be a consistent threat for us....Big three is now the Big four. Lets go Nets!

 

[NJNetz]

Great Preview. Couldn't get on this site yesterday for some reason.

Anyway the Nets played well. Carter drove in more instead of taking jumpers. He should do that same in game three. Kidd was everywhere....just simply the best. RJ and Krstic all had great games and Im sure they will keep it up. Collins defense on O'neal was superb....he never got on track. Also Vaughn played excellent defense.